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Alfanar Engineering Services

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 Job Overview
 
 
 
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 The Planning Manager will oversee and lead all aspects of planning and scheduling for electrical engineering projects, particularly focusing on substations, electrical systems, and manufacturing of electrical components. This role requires a strong background in engineering services, project management, and the ability to coordinate the timely and cost-effective delivery of large-scale projects in the electrical infrastructure or manufacturing sector.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Develop and implement comprehensive project schedules for electrical engineering projects, including substation construction or manufacturing processes for electrical equipment.
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 Define project timelines, key milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
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 Ensure that all projects are planned with appropriate resource allocation, risk assessments, and timeframes.
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 Lead a team of planning engineers and coordinators, guiding them through day-to-day project planning and schedule management activities.
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 Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders (suppliers, contractors) to ensure alignment with project goals.
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 Communicate effectively with teams across disciplines to ensure project schedules are met and that project tasks are completed on time.
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 Efficiently allocate resources (labor, equipment, and materials) for substation and manufacturing projects.
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 Manage resource scheduling, identifying potential issues or resource shortages, and take proactive steps to mitigate risks.
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 Ensure project planning aligns with the approved budget and resources.
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 Monitor ongoing project costs, and implement cost-saving measures where applicable.
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 Report on budget performance and deviations, providing corrective actions when necessary.
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 Identify, assess, and manage project risks, including technical, environmental, and scheduling risks.
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 Develop risk management strategies and solutions, ensuring that project objectives are achieved without compromising on quality or safety.
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 Ensure adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices in electrical engineering, substations, and manufacturing processes.
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 Oversee the quality control and inspection processes, ensuring that all stages of the project meet both internal and client specifications.
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 Regularly report project progress to senior management and stakeholders.
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 Ensure that key milestones, potential delays, and issues are communicated effectively and in a timely manner.
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 Maintain comprehensive records of project plans, schedules, and reports for auditing and future reference.
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 Drive improvements in planning methodologies and practices, ensuring the adoption of best practices and tools.
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 Lead initiatives aimed at optimizing project planning, scheduling processes, and the use of project management software tools.
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 Oversee the completion of all necessary project documentation and ensure a smooth transition at project completion, either for client handover or for internal stakeholders.
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 Ensure that post-project evaluations and lessons learned are documented for future projects.
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 Qualifications and Skills
 
 
 
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 Education
 
 : Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering.
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 : +15 years of experience in project planning within the electrical engineering or manufacturing sector.
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 Proven experience in managing planning and scheduling for substation projects, electrical systems, or large-scale manufacturing processes.
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 Strong background in project management with a focus on planning, risk management, and resource allocation.
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Planning Manager

Parsons

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Job Description:
This position is for a Senior Planning Manager to lead and manage the Planning functions in the PMO organization on a multiple PMC Delivery team Programme. Reports directly to the PMO Projects Control Manager.
What You'll Be Doing:
<ul><li>Leads the development and management of the program integrated master schedule.
</li><li>Establishes robust schedule management plans and procedures for maintaining the Program integrated master schedule.
</li><li>Takes the lead in preparing schedule data for tender strategies, proposals or contract negotiations.
</li><li>Routinely audits the PMC schedule for compliance with the schedule management plan and schedule industry standards.
</li><li>Analyze the progress and confirm the accuracy of the progress being reported.
</li><li>Integrates inter-discipline schedule requirements and constraints to establish logical work sequences for assigned disciplines or specialties.
</li><li>Reviews and assesses the work sequences with the total project plan.
</li><li>Establishes and implements methods for determining activity durations within assigned disciplines or specialties.
</li><li>Develops quantity release and/or installation curves for assigned disciplines/areas or specialties.
</li><li>Reviews and approves invoice verification for payment based on cost-loaded schedules, as required.
</li><li>Reviews schedule data, identifies and acquires information needed to complete work logics to interface between assigned disciplines, specialties and/or projects.
</li><li>Maintains specific project codes of accounts and work breakdown structures and recommends appropriate modifications and revisions for new work items as assigned.
</li><li>Determines critical path and near critical path activities within the Program integrated master schedule and continually monitors providing recommendations to shorten where possible. If required, provide a Critical Items Action Report.
</li><li>Identifies, analyzes, and monitors schedule deviations from the PMC submittals and recommends corrective action/work-around solutions for program considerations.
</li><li>Develop and write the schedule narrative that appears in the Executive Progress Reports; monthly and weekly, or as needed.
</li><li>Ensures adherence to all corporate, contractual, ethics and safety standards, policies, and procedures.
</li><li>Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
</li></ul>What Required Skills You'll Bring:
<ul><li>Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or other related discipline with a minimum of 15 years&rsquo; experience in planning role, with management role as a pre-requisite.
</li><li>Strong communication skills in English, written and spoken. Written and verbal communication in Arabic a plus. 
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What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
<ul><li>Demonstrated teamwork and management skills.
</li><li>Proven experience of working within a complex construction environment.
</li><li>Ability to follow through &amp; clearly deliver work instructions in a complex stakeholder environment.
</li><li>Ability to work in a matrix organization (dual reporting). Ability to interact with senior-level management. Ability to consult, motivate, and negotiate effectively with client groups, co-workers, employees, vendors, and contractors.
</li><li>Must function effectively under time constraints, schedule workload to meet deadlines, and have the ability to prioritize.
</li><li>Technical Skills
<ul><li>Strong problem-solving skills.
</li><li>Oracle Primavera P6 Super User
</li><li>Project Controls Cost, Scheduling &amp; Risk Experience
</li><li>PMIS &amp; Power BI Experience
</li><li>Expertise in Oracle Primavera, Advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, etc.
</li><li>Expertise with alternate project delivery models (DB, DBB, CMA, CMR, etc)
</li></ul></li><li>Soft Skills
<ul><li>Senior leadership and management experience, capacity, and demeanor
</li><li>Strong coaching qualities
</li><li>Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
</li><li>Strong negotiation skills
</li><li>Ability to delegate tasks and provide directions to junior staff.
</li><li>Ability to manage and resolve disputes.
</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills
</li></ul></li><li>Professional Experience
<ul><li>Infrastructure experience
</li><li>Previous MEA and/or other international experience
</li></ul></li></ul>Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!
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Senior Planning Manager

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>As the Planning Manager for Residential developments at Qiddiya Investment Company, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the planning and execution of residential projects within our ambitious development portfolio. This position requires a proactive approach to strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, and operational efficiency to ensure that all projects are completed on time and within budget.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul>
<li>Develop and manage comprehensive project plans for residential developments, coordinating timelines, resources, and budgets effectively.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, and construction to ensure alignment on project objectives and timelines.</li>
<li>Monitor project progress, identifying potential delays or risks and implementing corrective actions as necessary.</li>
<li>Prepare and present planning reports to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting project status, risks, and recommendations.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with local regulations and industry standards throughout the planning and execution phases.</li>
<li>Facilitate workshops and meetings to ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed and engaged in the planning process.</li>
<li>Mentor and support the planning team with guidance and best practices in project management.</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).</li>
<li>7-10 years of experience in project planning and management, preferably within the residential development sector.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of planning regulations, building codes, and industry best practices.</li>
<li>Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).</li>
<li>Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with a track record of successful project delivery.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in managing teams and driving performance improvement.</li>
</ul>Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and growth.
</li><li>Collaborative and innovative work environment.</li></ul></div>

Planning Manager - Residential (DEL 170)

Aljomaih Energy and Water Company

<div>
 
 
 Role Profile: O &amp; M Planning Manager (Power &amp; Water)
 
 
 
 
 Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 
 Reporting Structure
 
 
 
 Head of O &amp; M
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 The corporate role involves overseeing and supporting a global fleet of power and water plants, focusing on operational and maintenance excellence to ensure reliability and efficiency. Responsibilities include implementing O&amp;M readiness plans, driving maintenance strategies, and monitoring performance against KPIs. The aim is to optimize resource utilization and enhance shareholder value through strategic planning and risk management.
 
 
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 Your Job Functions (Duties &amp; Responsibilities)
 
 
 
 
 O &amp; M Readiness
 
 
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 Develop and ensure implementation of O &amp; M readiness Plan before taking over the Plant for commercial operations.
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 Provide design review and commissioning period support.
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 Assist in Business Continuity Studies for the plants.
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 Establish appropriate planning &amp; maintenance procedures and computerized maintenance management processes.
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 Develop and implement corporate and site-specific procedures.
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 Maintenance Planning and Management
 
 
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 Drive the maintenance strategy across the fleet to ensure reliability and availability of operating plants.
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 Ensure the timely completion of the Master Equipment List, Single Point of Failure (SPOF), and criticality analysis for plant equipment.
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 Support the fleet for Spares selection.
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 Finalize the Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) plans based on the criticality analysis and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommendations.
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 Ensure maintenance staff authorization in accordance with Permit to Work (PTW) procedures.
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 Oversee the timely closing of Work Orders and Service Entry Sheets (SES) in the system.
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 Outage Management and Coordination
 
 
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 Collaborate closely with site teams to define scope of work for annual planned outages, plant modifications, improvements, and additional jobs, including budgeting and purchase order management.
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 Identify areas of concern that may affect outage or operational efficiency.
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 Performance Monitoring and Reporting
 
 
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 Monitor O&amp;M business at the corporate level, function as the first line of defense for resolving plant techno commercial issues and escalate major issues to relevant corporate experts as deemed necessary.
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 Conduct site visits, identify technical issues, ensure technical issues registration and follow up, sharing lessons learned, review and improve RCA/investigation reports.
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 -Establish Management Information System (MIS) reporting, monitor plant maintenance performance against agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
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 Ensure the implementation of Preventive &amp; Predictive maintenance, systematic calibration and testing programs for all critical equipment.
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 Risk Register: Identify risks and follow up till closure.
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 Monitor and ensure local content compliance.
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 Value Creation and Optimization
 
 
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 Identify opportunities for improvements including feasible digitization.
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 Contribute towards value creation for the fleet budget through work resource and inventory spare optimization, as well as the implementation of initiatives.
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 Oversee and ensure development of detailed specifications for services, materials, and spares to facilitate competitive procurement while identifying alternative suppliers.
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 Finance
 
 
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 Review and finalize the annual budget and five-year forecast.
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 Monitor through monthly earnings review.
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 O &amp; M bid Support
 
 
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 Support Business Development (BD) team with operational and maintenance cost review/inputs and review of draft Operations &amp; Maintenance (O&amp;M) agreements.
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 Human Resource
 
 
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 Support for Plant recruitment.
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 Ensure head count in line with approved Org charts and approved budget.
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 Training and Awareness
 
 
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 Conduct awareness sessions for key project agreements and O&amp;M procedures.
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 Promote safety culture.
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 Promote optimization and value creation mindset.
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 Qualifications &amp; Skill Sets
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering or equivalent.
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 Minimum 20 years of total professional experience.
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 15+ years in Maintenance of Power &amp; Water Plants.
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 Maintenance expertise in Electrical /I &amp; C.
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</div>

O&M Planning Manager (Power & Water)

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We&rsquo;ve got what you&rsquo;re looking for.
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Permit Planning Senior Manager to join our team! In this role you will get to lead the strategic planning, scheduling, and integration of all permitting activities across projects and business units.
What You'll Be Doing:
<ul><li>Develop and manage the master permitting plan for all projects.
</li><li>Forecast, prioritize, and sequence permits in line with project schedules.
</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams
</li><li>Identify risks, resolve bottlenecks, and escalate issues when required.
</li><li>Provide executive-level reporting and performance insights.
</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of permit planning professionals.
</li></ul>What Required Skills You'll Bring:
<ul><li>12+ years&rsquo; experience in permitting, planning, or large-scale project delivery.
</li><li>In-depth knowledge of regulatory processes, municipal approvals, and infrastructure permitting.
</li><li>Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills.
</li><li>Strong technical expertise in project planning and digital dashboards.
</li>Excellent communication in English &amp; Arabic a strong advantage. 
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</li></ul> 
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
<ul><li>Expertise in forecasting, scheduling, and aligning permits with stage-gates and master plans.
</li><li>Strong understanding of municipal/environmental permitting and ability to mitigate approval delays.
</li><li>Proven skills in leading teams, coordinating with government authorities, and influencing outcomes.
</li><li>Excellent English and Arabic, with strong analytical, negotiation, and issue-resolution abilities.
</li></ul>Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .</div>

Senior Manager Permit Planning (Saudi National)

Team Saudi

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 Job Title
 
 : Manager, Business Planning &amp; Insights
 
 
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 JOB PURPOSE
 
 
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 Drive SS&amp;SC business planning and performance governance, integrating planning cycles, KPIs, dashboard development, and decision-support inputs to the CSSO. Provide analysis and forward-looking insights to support strategic alignment, issue flagging, and functional accountability.
 
 
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 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
 
 
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 Generic Accountabilities
 
 
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 Ensure compliance and governance: Adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and governance standards across all activities.
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 Promote collaboration and continuous improvement: Foster cross-functional collaboration and identify opportunities to improve processes.
 
 
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 Job Specific Accountabilities
 
 
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 Lead and coordinate the annual and midyear business planning cycles across SS&amp;SC, ensuring alignment with SMO and CSSO direction.
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 Consolidate functional business plans and KPIs into a sector-wide roadmap, resolving gaps or overlaps across teams.
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 Own the CSSO dashboard lifecycle, including KPI collection, validation, formatting, and monthly updates to the CSSO.
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 Monitor plan execution progress and analyze functional performance data to flag underperformance, risks, or misalignments.
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 Provide support to SS&amp;SC functions where required to ensure cross-functional cohesion and collaboration.
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 Prepare CSSO-facing performance summaries, including quarterly review packs, dashboard insights, and planning updates.
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 Serve as a core decision-support point for the CSSO by preparing briefings, aligning planning data with strategic needs, and flagging high-risk areas.
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 Coordinate with other EBMO roles (especially Expenditure Efficiency and Project Delivery) to align planning assumptions with initiative execution.
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 Liaise with SMO and CEO&rsquo;s Office on strategic alignment and performance inputs from SS&amp;SC.
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 Maintain and update templates, trackers, and planning tools used across business planning processes
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</div>

Manager, Business Planning & Insights (778)

<div>General Summary
Join Qiddiya Investment Company as a Manager for Benchmarking within Central Development Unit for Cost Planning, where you will play a vital role in leading and managing data-driven benchmarking processes that support pre-contract estimation, and development feasibility studies. You will play a pivotal role in collecting, analyzing, and maintaining accurate cost and design data across various real estate and infrastructure projects, and in developing robust benchmarking tools that support decision-making at both strategic and project levels.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Data Collection and Management
1. Compile Construction cost data of various asset classes from both within Qiddiya Business Units and external Cost Consultants.
2. Maintain databases, ensure proper data storage, and access protocols.
3. Collaborate with Central Development Unit data analyst and data office team to ensure consistency in data management.
Data Validation and Analysis
1. Analyze datasets to identify trends and insights.
2. Clean, organize and validate construction cost data to align with benchmarking framework, structure, and guidelines.
3. Drive improvement data analysis efficiency.
Reporting and Visualization
1. Create interactive benchmark dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI, Looker, and Tableau.
2. Communicate findings clearly to the various stakeholders.
3. Develop automation to generate recurring reports in collaboration with Data Office Team.
Integration of Technology
1. Explore technological solutions to enhance cost benchmark capabilities and workflows.
Requirements
Qualifications
Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management or equivalent
Professional Certifications
Member of Royal Institution of chartered Surveyors (MRICS), Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) or equivalent (preferred).
Experience
Proven experience of specific cost planning and estimation experience in construction or development projects.
Worked in local (GCC) construction industry for 2 years or more (preferred).
Skills<ul><li>Proven experience with pre-contract cost estimation and early-stage feasibility analysis.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
</li><li>knowledge of Power BI, SQL, and Python (an advantage).</li></ul>
Benchmarking<ul><li>Proficient in benchmarking development/construction cost
</li><li>Proficient in design benchmark (preferred)</li></ul>
Communication<ul><li>Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and ensure certainty in outcomes.</li></ul>
Personal Attributes:
Output - High output orientation and drive
Decision Making - Considered decision making and influencing skills.
Guidance - Is to provide guidance and support to other Cost Planners as a mentor
Awareness - Strong overall awareness and ability to navigate effectively through issues.
Leadership - Practical leadership skills, mind for problem solving and good organizational skills
Relationships - To act professionally, build trust with others and create strong partnerships and relationships.
Collaboration - Work collaboratively to deliver desired outcomes.
Open to change - Be completely adapted to change, adjust rapidly and frequently to new situations, and assist others in adapting to change.</div>

Manager - Benchmarking (Cost Planning) - CDU6 - CDUP2009

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